Design Mumbai announces inaugural show
(India) – India’s first international design show will be showcasing at the Jio World Garden in Mumbai from 6 – 9 November 2024.
Over the four-day event visitors can expect to see an array of industry leaders alongside a curated selection of the country’s independent designers and makers.
Ian Rudge, Co-Founder of Design Mumbai, says: “This event marks a significant milestone for India, offering an international platform unlike anything seen before. We’re bringing a whole host of innovative and pioneering designs to the show, along with specially commissioned installations from key partners such as JSW Paints and Royal Enfield, and exclusive appearances by some of the most recognised names in the industry. At the same time, we’re committed to celebrating India’s rich design and craft heritage. That’s why we’ve handpicked a remarkable range of homegrown talent, providing a global stage to showcase their work and craftsmanship.”
Special design features, awards ceremonies and networking events will also be highlights of the show. Presenting partner, JSW Paints, India’s leading environmentally friendly paint company, will add to the visual experience of the event.
Design Mumbai will host a three-day schedule of live industry talks and keynotes featuring some of the leading voices from both within and outside India. Topics will range from sustainability to manufacturing and digital transformations. Confirmed line-up includes Dezeen, STIR World, Dutch industrial designer Richard Hutten, and key spokespeople involved in Mumbai’s ongoing $30 billion infrastructure projects.
Also featured at the show will be a brand-new concept hospitality space by The Park Hotels in collaboration with Udaipur-based architecture firm Studio Saar. Visitors can also indulge in food and drink experiences with award-winning restaurants and bars, including a Soho House Mumbai restaurant, that will bring a culinary respite to the show.
A high calibre of brands will exhibit at the show, including a range of established lighting brands, such as Brokis, Catellani and Smith and Martinelli Luce. India-based studios featuring lighting include Shailesh Rajput Studio, Loco Design, and Ek Kalakaar Designs as well as Jaipur-based AKFD Studio who specialise in bespoke furniture and lighting.
Rudge adds: “Our goal with Design Mumbai is to deliver top-tier quality and originality to the architecture and design community. We aim to provide a unique experience and a diverse mix of content, whether attendees are specifying for a private residential project or a commercial venture such as a hotel or restaurant. We look forward to welcoming everyone at our event in November.”
